BLM seeks public input on proposed recreation site near Perjue Canyon
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BOISE, Idaho – The Bureau of Land Management announced today it is accepting public comments on a proposed recreation site near Perjue Canyon, located about 22 miles south of Grand View along Mud Flat Road.
The purpose of the project is to explore development of a site with safe access that enhances recreational opportunities in the Little Jacks Creek Wilderness Area along Mud Flat Road. The existing parking area at Perjue Canyon does not provide adequate access for people with disabilities, can only accommodate two vehicles, and poses a safety risk due to limited visibility pulling in from and out onto the road. The BLM is considering a range of alternatives for addressing parking, vehicle access, interpretation and camping.
“We’ve been working with our partners for a while now on the need to improve access at Perjue Canyon, including the Resource Advisory Council, Owyhee County Commissioners and members of the Owyhee Initiative,” said BLM Bruneau Field Manager Tanya Thrift. “We have several alternatives we’re looking at and now invite the public to comment on these and any other issues they feel should be included in the analysis.”
Detailed information on the issues and proposed alternatives can be found at https://go.usa.gov/xyq57 (case sensitive).
A 30-day public comment period will run from June 19 to July 18, 2019. Comments will be accepted through the following means:
• Email: blm_id_bruneauoffice@blm.gov
• Fax: 208-384-3326
• Surface mail: BLM Bruneau Field Office, 3948 Development Ave, Boise, ID 83705
The purpose of this public comment period is to obtain feedback on relevant issues that may influence the BLM’s environmental analysis. Comments are most helpful if they provide specific actions, resources, or issues to be considered and analyzed.
Those who provide comments are advised that before including their personal identifying information (address, email, phone number) they should be aware that the entire comment – including their personal identifying information – may be made publicly available at any time. While those commenting can ask in their comments to withhold this information from public review, the BLM cannot guarantee that they will be able to do so.
For more information, contact the BLM Bruneau Field Office at 208-384-3300.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.